Instant Pot Ginger-Honey Chicken with Snap Peas

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

Tender chicken thighs glazed in a sweet-tangy ginger-honey sauce, finished with crisp snap peas for a vibrant, one-pot weeknight dinner. This american-inspired instant pot ready in about 30 minutes pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, honey, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.

★ 4.2 (13 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Place 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs in the Instant Pot. Add 3 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp minced fresh ginger, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp sesame oil. Stir to coat the chicken evenly.
  2. Step 2: Secure the lid, set the valve to sealing, and cook on high pressure for 8 minutes. Allow for a 5-minute natural release.
  3. Step 3: Open the lid, stir in 1 cup trimmed snap peas, and cook on high pressure for 3 more minutes. Perform a quick release to open the valve.
  4. Step 4: Select the sauté function and cook, stirring occasionally, for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Instant Pot Ginger-Honey Chicken with Snap Peas take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Instant Pot Ginger-Honey Chicken with Snap Peas?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep honey from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Instant Pot Ginger-Honey Chicken with Snap Peas?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Instant Pot Ginger-Honey Chicken with Snap Peas for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Instant Pot Ginger-Honey Chicken with Snap Peas?

American instant pot like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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